Aircraft Overrun at Lichinga Airport in Heavy Rain (C9-BAD)

Incident Overview and Location The incident occurred at Lichinga Airport during an approach and landing in heavy rain. The source does not identify the aircraft type, registration, operator, or specific date. ## Runway Overrun and Damage After touchdown, the aircraft experienced aquaplaning and was unable to stop within the remaining runway distance. It overran the runway, lost a gear and an engine, and came to rest a few dozen meters further. ## Occupant Outcomes All 108 occupants escaped uninjured. The aircraft was damaged beyond repair, according to the source. ## Probable Cause The source states that the aircraft suffered aquaplaning after touchdown in heavy rain and was unable to stop within the remaining distance. It does not provide a formal probable cause determination.